Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Experts call for autism assistance
Advocates say children with autism languish unduly in emergency departments and mental health wards.
WHO issues antibiotic warning
The World Health Organization warns there is not enough money or innovation going into developing new antibiotics.
Silicosis sweep finds 160
Almost one in five Queensland stonemasons appear to have a potentially deadly lung disease.
Ambo assault stats low
The true rate of assault on Northern Territory paramedics has been underreported, insiders say.
Anti-dengue mozzies made
CSIRO scientists have genetically engineered mosquitos that are resistant to spreading the dengue virus.
NDIS report finds big blocks
A review of the NDIS has found it is plagued with delays, frustrating and difficult to understand.
Study highlights missing biome
As our knowledge of the gut microbiome expands, researchers say the reproductive biome may be missing out.
New tech for superbug fight
Australian researchers have used liquid metals to develop new bacteria-shredding technology.
Nurse murder inquiry begins
An inquest into the murder of a nurse in 2016 could lead to new measures for the safety of medical personnel.
Dementia vaccine tests well
An Australian lab has claimed success in animal trials of a drug to ward off dementia.
Firms push for new nicotine
Some of the world’s biggest tobacco companies want to meet with the Federal Government ...
Local lab produces immune cells
An Australian research team has achieved a world first – producing human immune cells in a dish.
New funds for bush response
The Federal Government has announced several new health projects in response to ongoing bushfires.
Doctors back local torture victim
A joint letter from over 100 doctors urges Australia to protect imprisoned WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange.
New surface too slick for superbugs
Researchers have created what could be the ultimate non-stick coating.
Death inquest brings warning
The NSW coroner says the death of a 13-year-old serves as a reminder to clinicians not to ignore vital signs.
ICAC says Marshall 'angry' at report
SA Premier Steven Marshall has allegedly criticised the release of a report into potential health department corruption.